Section 2: SLRTP Process
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The department follows internal processes for developing the statewide long-range transportation plan. This process which includes the selection of a consultant, data collection, public involvement, analysis and report documentation generally takes approximately two years. Figure 9-1 shows the plan’s development processes. Updates to the 24-year plan follow in the same manner every four years.
Figure 9-1. Statewide Long-Range Transportation Plan Process
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To develop the SLRTP, the following information is needed:
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- An inventory of the existing transportation system; Anchor: #FDRYLKAO
- Current and forecasted demand and needs by mode; Anchor: #UCYAUSIK
- A description of existing funding sources by mode; Anchor: #KUMHTCCT
- A projection or forecast of future funding by mode.
Plan Contents
The SLRTP includes:
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- A review of the current goals, objectives and performance measures and analysis of the progress towards the current goals and performance targets Anchor: #ISXMEEMF
- An infrastructure inventory and their usage; Anchor: #XKCJFUAK
- A future infrastructure inventory and service needs; Anchor: #RPUWOBMR
- Future funding projections by mode; Anchor: #BFWDQNKY
- A description of funding sources and an analysis of alternative and innovative sources to address funding shortfalls; and Anchor: #VAJTBGTJ
- A system performance report; Anchor: #GYIKIIVL
- Performance goals, measures, and targets.
Soliciting Comments on the Plan
Stakeholder and public outreach is a large component of the SLRTP. Subject matter experts are identified and review and provide input into the plan development. Public meetings are also held around the state at the beginning of the work to solicit input and again near the end to present findings and receive input on the draft plan. A public hearing is held prior to final adoption.
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The Texas Transportation Commission adopts, by minute order, the final plan.